New Orleans Police investigate shooting death of man who died this morning

A man who was shot last night died this morning, the New Orleans Police Department said.

The shooting happened just before midnight in the 1300 block of South Saratoga Street, Officer Hilal Williams, NOPD spokeswoman, said in a press release.

The 21-year-old man was sitting on his steps when someone approached him and started shooting. The man had multiple gunshot wounds to his body and was transported to a hospital, where he died. His name has not been released.

The Homicide Unit is in charge of the investigation and can be reached at 658-5300.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crimestoppers at 822.1111 or toll free at 877.903.7867. Callers do not have to give their names or testify and can earn up to $2,500 for tips that lead to an indictment.